1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1948 Morris Oxford

To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1948 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Fiat Coupe 1948 Morris Oxford
Make Fiat Morris
Model Coupe Oxford
Year Released 1995 1948
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 6.6:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 40 L


 

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